1985 Citroen BX vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 275 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Lancia Beta (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Beta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
